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All 21,443 Active 17 In committee 11,650 Passed 5,402 Signed 2,294 Failed 125

passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 2, 2026

SR 126: A resolution to amend the Standing Rules of the Senate.

This resolution amends the Senate's standing rules to update the list and membership sizes of its permanent committees. It directly affects the Senate's internal organization by specifying the number of members for each committee, such as increasing the Appropriations committee to 18 members and adjusting others like Labor and Regulatory Affairs. The bill also clarifies the composition of statutory committees, including the Legislative Council and various boards of trustees. By adopting these changes, the Senate formalizes its committee structure to reflect current operational needs.

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5876: Taxation: administration; settlement process; modify to reflect repeal of the state real estate transfer tax act. Amends sec. 21 of 1941 PA 122 (MCL 205.21). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5880'26, HB 5874'26

This bill amends Michigan's tax administration laws to update procedures following the repeal of the state real estate transfer tax. It primarily affects taxpayers and the Department of Treasury by establishing a formal, step-by-step process for resolving tax disputes before an assessment is finalized. Key provisions require the department to send a non-intimidating inquiry letter before assessing taxes, offer taxpayers an informal conference to discuss contested amounts, and allow for a written settlement negotiation between the taxpayer and the state treasurer. Additionally, the legislation mandates that all tax audits be conducted according to specific professional standards, including confidentiality, technical training, and independence.

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5879: Public utilities: rates; reduction of residential rates in correlation to personal property tax savings; require. Amends sec. 6a of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.6a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5880'26

HB 5879 requires public utilities in Michigan to obtain approval from the Public Service Commission before raising rates or changing rate schedules that would increase costs for customers. The bill mandates that utilities provide notice to affected areas and allow for a full hearing before any rate increase is approved, while also setting specific timelines for the commission to review and respond to rate applications. Additionally, it establishes a process for gas utilities with fewer than one million customers to seek immediate partial rate relief and outlines rules for refunding customers if proposed rates are later reduced after being temporarily implemented. This legislation directly impacts gas, electric, and steam utilities operating in the state and their residential and commercial customers by tightening oversight on rate-setting procedures.

Topics ✓ Energy

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5872: Property tax: assessments; taxable value of transferred property; modify. Amends sec. 27a of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.27a).

This bill modifies Michigan's property tax rules to clarify how taxable values are calculated when property ownership transfers. It establishes that a property's taxable value resets to its current market value upon transfer, but then limits future annual increases to the lesser of 5% or the inflation rate until another transfer occurs. The legislation also defines specific scenarios where a transfer does not trigger a reset, such as when property is moved into a trust by a parent for their own children or grandchildren, provided the home remains residential. Additionally, it allows local tax officials to correct past valuation errors related to missed transfers for up to three years and clarifies rules for land contracts and certain bond-funded properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Ann Bollin (R) · 29 co-sponsors

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5875: Economic development: downtown development authorities; exemption from real estate transfer taxes; modify to reflect repeal of the state real estate transfer tax act. Amends sec. 228a of 2018 PA 57 (MCL 125.4228a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5880'26, HB 5874'26

This bill amends state law to update tax exemption rules for downtown development authorities in Michigan. It clarifies that these entities remain exempt from real estate transfer taxes even after the state real estate transfer tax act was repealed. The changes will only take effect if two other related bills are also enacted into law. Ultimately, the measure ensures these local economic development organizations do not face new transfer tax obligations on property instruments.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Karl Bohnak (R) · 18 co-sponsors

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5877: Probate: other; prima facie evidence that transfer is made for value; modify to reflect repeal of the state real estate transfer tax act. Amends sec. 3912 of 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.3912). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5880'26, HB 5874'26

This bill updates Michigan's probate code to clarify how property transfers are treated when a personal representative sells estate assets to themselves or others. It establishes that buyers or lenders who purchase these assets are considered to have paid value without needing to verify if the original distribution was legally proper or if the representative still had authority. Additionally, the bill creates a legal presumption that recorded transfers are made for value, which helps simplify tax assessments, though it does not alter existing rules regarding Michigan estate tax liens. The legislation directly affects personal representatives, estate buyers, lenders, and interested parties involved in property distribution, and it requires two other related bills to pass before it can take effect.

Ron Robinson (R) · 17 co-sponsors

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5878: Property tax: personal property; personal property tax; eliminate. Amends sec. 19 of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.19) & adds sec. 9q. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5879'26, HB 5880'26

HB 5878 eliminates the personal property tax in Michigan for all items that do not qualify for an existing specific exemption, effective for taxes levied after December 31, 2026. Owners of such property must annually file a statement with their local tax collector to claim this new exemption, while property that already has a designated exemption cannot be claimed under this new rule. The bill also requires local tax units to send summary data to the state Department of Treasury by April 1 each year to track the revenue impact of these new exemptions. This legislation directly affects business owners and individuals holding personal property by removing a tax burden on eligible assets, provided they complete the necessary filing requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Josh Schriver (R) · 19 co-sponsors

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5874: Taxation: state real estate transfer; state real estate transfer tax; repeal. Repeals 1993 PA 330 (MCL 207.521 - 207.537).

This bill repeals Michigan's state real estate transfer tax, which previously applied to the sale of property. It includes a provision to ensure that any resulting loss in state revenue is compensated by transferring funds from the state general fund to the school aid fund. The law will only take effect if a separate companion bill, HB 5880, is also passed.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5873: Property tax: state education tax; state education tax; eliminate. Repeals 1993 PA 331 (MCL 211.901 - 211.906). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5880'26

This bill repeals Michigan's 1993 State Education Tax Act, which previously imposed a tax on property owners to fund public schools. The legislation is contingent upon the simultaneous passage of a companion bill (HB 5880) that mandates the state to use general funds to fully replace any revenue lost from eliminating the tax. If enacted, the change would remove the specific tax requirement while ensuring that school funding levels remain unchanged through state appropriation. The law is scheduled to take effect 90 days after it is signed into law.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

Steve Frisbie (R) · 17 co-sponsors

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5717: Elections: election officials; township to contract with an accredited individual to perform election law duties in the absence of a township clerk; authorize. Amends sec. 373 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.373).

This bill allows Michigan townships to hire accredited election contractors when their clerk or deputy clerk is unavailable to perform election duties. Under the new provision, the township board can enter into a contract with an accredited individual who lives nearby to handle registration, nomination, and election tasks until the clerk returns or a replacement is appointed. The contracted individual would have the same authority as a deputy clerk and must report their activities to the township board at each meeting during the contract period. This change provides a backup plan for election operations in small communities that might otherwise face staffing shortages.

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5505: Legislature: legislative agencies; office of digital oversight; establish. Creates new act.

HB 5505 creates Michigan's Office of Digital Oversight within the legislature to improve state agency technology projects. The office investigates IT projects, services, and purchases by state agencies (like departments and commissions) that risk cost overruns or failure, and can collaborate on or take over such projects. It requires state agencies to provide necessary information for investigations and mandates the adoption of modern IT practices like agile development, open-source software, and user-centered design. The office must also study innovative procurement methods to deliver better digital services while protecting data privacy and accessibility. The bill is currently in committee referral after its initial introduction.

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5504: State agencies (existing): technology, management, and budget; state digital service office; create. Creates new act.

HB 5504 proposes creating a State Digital Service Office within Michigan's Department of Technology, Management, and Budget. The office would review software projects costing $1 million or more, advise state agencies on modern development practices (like user-centered design and agile methods), and require annual reports on progress and cost savings. It directly affects state departments and agencies developing digital services, mandating collaboration with the new office for projects over $500,000 and requiring transparency through public reporting on outcomes like time saved and error reduction. The bill aims to improve digital service efficiency and user experience across state government.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology